Amsterdamse School

Amsterdam School structures are characterised by the use of brick for structure and design, a rounded appearance, decorative masonry, wrought iron accents, spires and 'ladder' windows. The style has roots in Expressionist architecture, borrowing elements from the Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) and Art Deco design aesthetic.The Spaarndammerplantsoen in Amsterdam features three monumental housing blocks designed by Michel de Klerk, most notably Het Schip (the ship)Website

Museum Het Schip Amsterdamse School
Museum The Ship in Amsterdam, one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, an example of the Amsterdam School.

53 Amsterdamse School Reviews

Visiting this building was a great experience and our guide explains it so well and in an very interesting way.
Written by amigotarun, 3 years ago on TripadvisorRead more

"Great architectural building"

Amsterdam school of Architecture is in this complex. It is awesome to explore and its a add on when your guide teaches you the best.
Written by Rrituv, 3 years ago on TripadvisorRead more

"Very interesting if you are into architecture"

This area is a typical example of the Amsterdam School of architecture. I could not take the guided tour (but it's probably worth it if you can). I...
Written by bodoo89, 3 years ago on TripadvisorRead more

"I Love The Amsterdam School"

The Amsterdam School is a style of architecture that arose from 1910 through about 1930 in the Netherlands. I've never thought that I will enjoy...
Written by Solodam J, 4 years ago on TripadvisorRead more

"Brilliant!"

Really worth a visit, especially for those interested in architecture and social history. Very knowledgeable guide (in English for us but other languages...
Written by vwbeetle69, 5 years ago on TripadvisorRead more

"Het Schip - gardens & model room"

Lastly you are taken into a model to give you an example of this public housing and how the families lived. There is a little exhibition in the room...
Written by jo104, 12 years ago on VirtualtouristRead more

"Het Schip - exterior + surrounding buildings"

As you walk around the triangle of buildings Michel De Klerk designed you will see some intersting choices in materials & design. He opted to use roof...
Written by jo104, 12 years ago on VirtualtouristRead more

"Het Schip - Postoffice"

The Musuem Het Schip is located in what was the old post office this was also designed by Michel De Klerk. This post office was in operation for 78 years....
Written by jo104, 12 years ago on VirtualtouristRead more

"Het Schip - Overview"

When Han suggested we visit the Museum Het Schip - The Amsterdam School I naturally thought it was an actual old school we were visiting. In actual fact...
Written by jo104, 12 years ago on VirtualtouristRead more

"Het Schip"

Arranged around the Spaarndammerplantsoen are three housing-blocks designed by architect Michel de Klerk, a pioneer of the Amsterdam School of...
Written by OlafS, 14 years ago on VirtualtouristRead more